Question

Which of the following spreads through blood transfusion?

• A. Hepatitis
• B. Measles
• C. AIDS
• D. Polio
• E. Both A and C

Answer 1

The correct option is E Both A and C

Hepatitis is an inflammation of liver which is mainly caused by hepatitis virus. Hepatitis B and hepatitis C are commonly spread through infected blood. It may also pass from mother to foetus through placenta during pregnancy.

AIDS is caused by HIV virus and weakens the immune system. It spreads through blood transfusions and sexual contact.

Measles is caused by rubeola virus. It is a viral infection of the respiratory system. It mainly spreads by coming in contact with mucus and saliva of infected person while coughing or sneezing.

Polio is caused by polio virus which affects central nervous system and causes paralysis of muscles. It spread by food or water containing human feces.

So, the correct answer is option E.